Mmj/Co-Host (Lifestyle) - Wanf

About Gray Media:

Gray Media or Gray is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta Georgia formally known as Gray Television Inc. The company is the nations largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 43 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Grays additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports Tupelo Media Group and PowerNation Studios and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About WANF:

WANF (previously WGCL/CBS46) has served Atlanta communities for more than 50 years with local news weather sports and entertainment. WANF & WPCH are owned by Gray Television headquartered in Atlanta Georgia. Would you like to work in the #6 market in a city with a thriving economy and a vibrant culture WANF and WPCH provide the community with award-winning local news coverage dedicated community service and effective marketing solutions for area businesses. Come to Atlanta for the opportunity. The energy. The chance to dream where theres space to contribute. Where creatives universities entrepreneurs and the worlds biggest brands intersect. Atlanta has a unique culture all its own with a young population a bustling city center packed with urban parks and amenities and famously walkable neighborhoods.

Job Summary/Description:

Atlanta News First is looking to hire an MMJ and co-host for ATL Live our Lifestyle show airing M-F on WANF. The MMJ will be a well-rounded journalist who can connect with the community. Strong ad-libbing skills and proven experience as an on-air personality are required. The position is for a people person who can identify relevant and trending topics connect with our guests and audience and generate engaging lifestyle content daily. The ideal candidate will have a great lifestyle news sense experience with Content Management Systems and experience working with clients and the community. We are looking for someone who displays professionalism and personality on and off the air. This is a unique position that works in Creative Services and collaborates with our sales team.

Duties/Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Appear live on location for multiple hits during the 10:00 am show as needed.
Co-host the afternoon 1:30 pm live show regularly.
Serve as a fill-in host on the morning lifestyle show as needed.
Ability to engage and connect with a diverse audience.
Shoot and serve as talent for client segments.
Work with the EP to produce two to three enterprise packages each week showcasing creativity and storytelling skills.
Pitching local story ideas for the show
Assisting the Producer with writing show segments
Assist with the ATL Live social media account and assist with all online content for the website
Interviewing show guests/clients both in-studio and on-location
Research and present stories on the air
Greet and assist guests during show preparations
Researching show topics and developing questions for guests in coordination with the Producer
Participating in events either station-sponsored or others to promote the show
Closely working with the sales team and the executive producer on sponsored content
Must have the ability to stay up to date on current events whats popular trendy etc.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Proven experience as an MMJ host or on-air personality
Skilled in writing scripts for broadcast and digital platforms
Proficient in shooting and editing video independently (Adobe Premiere Edius etc.)
Resume reel required
Ability to lift and carry equipment including tripod camera and lights
Ability to produce content in the field independently
Strong ad-libbing and interview skills
Ability to prioritize and address multiple projects with varying production timelines
Team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment and comes to the table every day with positive energy.
Willingness to have a flexible schedule.
Must be a highly motivated self-starter able to work well alone and as part of a team
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Thrives on feedback

If you feel youre qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to you may type in the job title station call letters or click on apply now upload your resume cover letter and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through theGray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

WANF-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.

Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age genetic information disability or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Grays employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.